[img]https://clan.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/images//35210618/062c7247cf50f23ec63669d090e1964c80abb5d4.png[/img] Prepare to journey to the ancient world –[i] Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition[/i] – [i]Chronicles: Battle for Greece[/i] [b]has officially launched![/b] This DLC is an immersive narrative expansion that transports players to the world of classical antiquity and builds upon classic gameplay with a reimagined visual experience and a focus on epic, character-focused storytelling. We have been thrilled to work with CaptureAge to present [i]Battle for Greece[/i], the first installment of [i]Chronicles[/i]. This new epic narrative experience is a must-play for strategy lovers and history enthusiasts alike. Want more info? Read all about the naval overhaul, the history, and the narrative rework behind the scenes! [table noborder=1][tr][td][url=https://www.ageofempires.com/news/expanding-naval-warfare-in-chronicles-battle-for-greece/][img]https://clan.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/images//35210618/bfebc5fdb5760888390c82203714a18f05c2227c.jpg[/img][/url][/td][td][url=https://www.ageofempires.com/news/the-history-inside-chronicles-battle-for-greece/][img]https://clan.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/images//35210618/f4d886ec8be310d519a85c04f481ed44253c3d18.jpg[/img][/url][/td][td][url=https://www.ageofempires.com/news/building-the-narrative-in-chronicles-battle-for-greece/][img]https://clan.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/images//35210618/c08c57071587d1c540fe8cf572d7ef79b303fcd9.jpg[/img][/url][/td][/tr][/table] [h2]Everything Included in this DLC[/h2] [img]https://clan.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/images//35210618/9da8be881f585e6a5f317e08e7a0b77426279d36.jpg[/img] [list][*] [b]New graphical models:[/b] including 55 new land units, 19 new naval units, and 85 new buildings [*] [b]A 21-scenario campaign covering over a century of history[/b] [*] [b]A fresh approach to storytelling with animated cutscenes, new music, and voice acting[/b] [*] [b]Three ancient civilizations:[/b] Achaemenids, Athenians and Spartans (not available in ranked play) [*] [b]Overhaul of naval combat:[/b] with six military ship types, including ramming and catapult ships [*] [b]Unique civilization mechanics:[/b] including customizable Town Centers and government policies [*] … and much more![/list] [hr][/hr] https://store.steampowered.com/app/2805520/Age_of_Empires_II_DE__Chronicles_Battle_for_Greece/ [hr][/hr] [h2]The Three New Civilizations[/h2] [table noborder=1][tr][td][img]https://clan.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/images//35210618/2e98a18c58b3fb328341b7fd498847b847d1d33b.jpg[/img][/td][td][img]https://clan.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/images//35210618/de3c2e780e572a16388e241ef3f68b49af1cd1f5.jpg[/img][/td][td][img]https://clan.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/images//35210618/7fb9eda7d94109d2dcc548f3982116d907a1ba75.jpg[/img][/td][/tr][/table] The first chapter, [i]Battle for Greece[/i], introduces [b]three new civilizations:[/b] Achaemenids, Athenians, and Spartans – in a [b]21-scenario campaign[/b], brought to life through engaging [b]voice acting[/b], [b]animated cutscenes[/b], and much more! [b]Find out more about the civilizations here![/b] [table noborder=1][tr][td][url=https://www.ageofempires.com/games/aoeiide/civilizations/achaemenids/][img]https://clan.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/images//35210618/b5bfdf8f9e2e65608eedc68842d12d2800e221bb.jpg[/img][/url][/td][td][url=https://www.ageofempires.com/games/aoeiide/civilizations/athenians/][img]https://clan.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/images//35210618/6d0bb1300717d28c2089ecd9e482642a528f911a.jpg[/img][/url][/td][td][url=https://www.ageofempires.com/games/aoeiide/civilizations/spartans/][img]https://clan.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/images//35210618/aff661a6c3e0d5fff5ec18a0bacda34724c5fe0e.jpg[/img][/url][/td][/tr][/table] [quote][h3]Please Note: The Achaemenids, Athenians, and Spartans will NOT be available for Ranked Play.[/h3][/quote] [h2]FAQ[/h2] [b]How to Access [i]Chronicles: Battle for Greece[/i][/b] [i]Chronicles: Battle for Greece[/i] is an immersive narrative expansion for [i]Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition[/i] that transports players to the world of classical antiquity. When launching [i]Age II: DE[/i], select the [i]Chronicles[/i] icon on the Main Menu to access this expansion. [b]What is the Grand Campaign?[/b] [i]Battle for Greece[/i] is the inaugural chapter in the Grand Campaign. This features a campaign spanning over a century of history, including the Ionian Revolt, the Greco-Persian Wars, and the Peloponnesian War. Encounter iconic historical figures like Artemisia, Themistocles, and Brasidas, brought to life through engaging voice acting and animated cutscenes. [b]How to enable Antiquity Mode?[/b] This mode can be selected in the Lobby and will enable Oysters and Wood Trading. [b]Why am I seeing Dark Ages when playing in [i]Chronicles[/i]?[/b] Only the Achaemenids, Athenians, and Spartans will have access to the Antiquity ages. Here is a guide of the equivalent ages. [img]https://clan.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/images//35210618/1376558632fe4e7bf42e6d375ac996f98af8373f.jpg[/img] [b]Having trouble accessing [i]Chronicles[/i]?[/b] Follow the steps in the [url=https://support.ageofempires.com/hc/en-us/articles/4402286154772-Trouble-downloading-an-Age-II-DE-DLC]Trouble downloading an [i]Age II: DE[/i] DLC[/url] article. [hr][/hr] [h2][i]Chronicles: Battle for Greece[/i] is Available Now![/h2] https://store.steampowered.com/app/2805520/Age_of_Empires_II_DE__Chronicles_Battle_for_Greece/